BLAST Study

STUDY BASICS

Are you a healthy 18-24 year old who is not highly physically active? If so, you may be able to participate in a 1-visit research study to help better understand how physical activity affects blood pressure when under stress. Participation includes blood pressure readings, 15 minutes of sitting, light walking, or brisk walking, and a computerized stress task. Compensation provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

Physical activity can have an impact on blood pressure in people who are experiencing stress, but researchers do not fully understand this relationship. The purpose of this study is to learn more about how different types of physical activity affect blood pressure during stressful situations. Researchers hope their findings may lead to better ways to reduce stress-related high blood pressure in the future.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Ages 18-24
• Not highly physically active
• Not taking high blood pressure medication
• Not diagnosed with any heart problems
• No injury or physical disability that limits your ability to walk on a treadmill

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

During one in-person visit, participants will have their blood pressure readings taken before and after 15 minutes of sitting, light or moderate physical activity, and during and after a computerized stress task. Participants will also be asked to complete questionnaires about physical activity habits, mood, and stress levels.